The breakfast is very delicious and plenty of options. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We had some great fresh fruit waters and juices made while we were there. We loved that there was many options for lunch and dinner on the street right behind the beach front. We also had a chance to take a yoga class at the hotel and we really enjoyed it. Additionally, the pool was very nice in the evening and there is a bartender available to make you pretty much any kind of drink, she even made some popcorn for us and that was super nice and appreciated.

The area where the hotel is located is a couple of blocks from the beach in a regular neighborhood. The work has started to begin paving the streets, but for now be prepared to walk through some dirt roads. We noticed that the beaches had more of a younger crowd, so if you are in that category, you will love the vibe of Zicatela Beach.

Great location. Close to La Punta and Playa Zicatela areas while far enough off the main strip to escape the noise of bars and restaurants at night. Property had great amenities. Pool, bar and upstairs palapa areas were great for lounging, reading or having a drink. Staff was friendly and hotel was clean and secure. Food was excellent.

Our room was located between two workout areas, so occasionally we'd hear men pumping iron below us and boxing practice taking place above us. A lot of breathing, grunting, coaching sounds lol. I think it's a great thing for those more fitness minded on vacation. We were mainly there to read books and drink beer so it wasn't really our 'vibe' but that's ok. There was a lack of hot water in the shower. We perhaps had 2 days out of 7 where we got to sample any water temp other than cold...but I get that it's Mexico and we're at the beach so we did not complain about it. Beds are firm. Very firm.

We liked everything about this hotel! The location was perfect, on a quiet street, but very close to the main hustle and bustle of Punta. We rented a scooter from the place down the street for three days and were able to visit all of the various areas of Puerto Escondido, including all of the different beaches. The architecture and layout of the hotel, including the design and decor, were very well thought out and high-quality. The pool was amazing, especially after a hot day at the beach. We loved the viewing deck, as well as the fitness facilities. The staff were super friendly and the the food coming out of the small kitchen was fresh and unique… Felt like your own personal chef! Thank you to philip and everyone at Casa de Olas. We will definitely be back.

This is a lovely boutique hotel with a very calm and friendly feel to it. The staff are friendly and super helpful and make every stay special. Great if you are into yoga or meditation as there are classes on site. The pool area is lovely to relax in, and food and cocktails from the bar are exceptional. Views from balconies on the second floor look out to the ocean and treetops.

We booked this hotel expecting to be going to a calm and laidback area of Mexico. While it was Christmas/NY time the area was overcrowded and definitely not the calm oasis we expected. The area is being rapidly developed, lots of great restaurants and coffee shops to complement the waves. It’s not our thing, but will be heaven for many.

A gorgeous, peaceful little oasis in really central location. Everything was super clean and comfy.

The gym equipment is very old and rusted. I managed to do a decent workout (I'm a personal trainer so I can be pretty resourceful). I just found it strange that everything else here is really beautiful and high standard, so why they wouldn't invest in a new set of dumbbells and some kettlebells and get rid of the old stuff. It's not a complaint as such, cause I was really happy they had things I could use. I just find it strange they haven't decided to look after this area as well as they look after everything else.

The hotel is well located, beautiful, clean. The swimming pool is fantastic. Food service is restrict, but the quality above my expectations. They offer excursions at a better price than those I found at the internet. The staff is terrific.

all the time there is some music playing loud. Usually bad music. They should learn that, at a noisy world, silence is gold. They could encourage those guests who want to hear music to use each one’s mobile – with earphone, of course, to avoid disturbing the others. In favour of the hotel, I must say that they turned off the sound as soon as I asked to (why didn’t I asked before?). Then all of a sudden we start listening to the birds; a wonderful, peaceful atmosphere was installed.

Room was a good size and had everything we needed. The hotel has a nice bar and plenty of seating areas to use (rooftop, hammock area, pool deck, etc.). Staff were very friendly and made us feel very welcome/helped us with trips and taxis. Available yoga classes in the mornings were a great extra activity. Location was also perfect for La Punta, only 5 minutes walking to the beach but without any noise from the main street.

A few very small points: Water pressure in the shower was quite weak but that's not unusual here I think. The rooms were also quite dark so it would've been great to have some stronger lightbulbs or more lamps available. Noise does travel around the property very easily (e.g. from roosters), so be aware of that if you are a light sleeper.

Best thing about the place by far was Monica, who cheerfully worked the small bar next to the pool. Friendly, smart, authentic, interesting person, great taste in music. Knowledgeable not only about the area but about being a tourist in a new place. (Originally from Italy she's been localized for almost 20 years). Our experience would have been lesser without her. Beautiful patio, lovely food options, fantastic yoga room that I used all by myself (that's just how I yoga) outside of the official class times. Very near to beach and lovely Amarisa Café. Favourite moment might have been the lovely lazy hour under an umbrella watching two yellow kiskadees work on a nest.

Well, not their fault but construction noises next door were a bit much the last two days of our stay. It's a booming place. I hauled out the heavy duty earplugs that I used at night to block out the rooster festival that seems to happen all night. Worked perfectly for the night so that the roosters became a distant memory of our first earplugless night but I don't really want to use them ALL the time.

Great location, walking distance to everything in La Punta. Nice pool area and terrace. Friendly bar staff. Good vibes. Comfortable beds and clean room. Great price.

Unfortunately they did not book our airport taxi as claimed I had not given the flight number when I had done so 3 times over message, when we arrived they didn't really apologise. Air con filters dirty so our air cons weren't working and dripping ice. There was a front desk staff member on evening/night shift who was super helpful and friendly.

The hotel is in an excellent location, close to the beach, restaurants and shops. The staff was super nice and we were allowed to stay and hang by the pool for the whole day after the check out. There’s also a water fountain in the garden, which is great as the tap water is not drinkable.

The internet doesn’t work well and we were only given access to the wifi available in the room and by the pool after few days. It would be nice to have a TV in the room.